SKINFOOD skincare
SKINFOOD is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2004 and owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2025.
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SKINFOOD is lovingly celebrated for its nourishing masks, revitalizing serums, rich moisturizers, and soothing toners, all crafted from wholesome food-based formulas. Its products suit acne-prone skin and dry skin best, gently nurturing diverse complexions with botanical care. For targeted concerns, the brand offers standout solutions such as the Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence for acne-prone skin, the Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X for skin with dark spots, and the Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad for mature skin. Through these thoughtful creations, its offerings continue to deliver balanced, mindful care to everyday routines.
This page covers some of the most popular SKINFOOD products; for the whole SKINFOOD range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 26.8k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise SKINFOOD for gentle exfoliation, soothing redness, and providing deep hydration. The most common complaints are a sticky finish and difficulty with physical particles or insufficient moisture.
Highlights
Softening and brightening masks Mostly Mentioned
- “skin feels like baby butt — Rice Mask Wash Off”
- “Leaves my skin feeling refreshed and hydrated without any stickiness. — Carrot Carotene Daily Mask”
- “gives an incredible glow — Rice Mask Wash Off”
Product effectiveness issues Mostly Mentioned
- “rice chunks are hard to get off — Rice Mask Wash Off”
- “pricier than other brands — Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad”
- “hard to peel apart — Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad”
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Questions and answers
Is SKINFOOD good for oily skin?
Yes, SKINFOOD is good for oily skin and its routine rates Superior on Lovi. The SKINFOOD products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is SKINFOOD worth it?
SKINFOOD is worth it for dry and acne-prone skin, where Lovi rates its routines Superior. Reviewers frequently mention softening and brightening effects from its masks, though some note product effectiveness issues.
What are SKINFOOD's best products?
SKINFOOD's best products are the Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X and the Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence, which rate Superior for dry sensitive skin and High for dry skin. The Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad is also a top choice, rating High for dry skin and dry sensitive skin.
Which SKINFOOD moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence is the best SKINFOOD moisturizer for dry skin, followed by the Carrot Carotene Relief Cream. Lovi rates the Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence High for dry skin and the Carrot Carotene Relief Cream Average.
Does SKINFOOD cause breakouts?
SKINFOOD is unlikely to cause breakouts for most users, as the SKINFOOD products on this page fit acne-prone skin well and every product lists no fragrance. Reviewers note softening and brightening masks, though some report product effectiveness issues. Lovi rates the SKINFOOD-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin.
Is SKINFOOD fragrance-free?
Yes, the SKINFOOD products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients. This helps keep the skincare gentle.
What are the key ingredients in SKINFOOD products?
SKINFOOD products feature natural extracts and nourishing food ingredients like honey, propolis, carrot seed oil, and black sugar. The SKINFOOD products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
How do I build a SKINFOOD skincare routine?
To build a SKINFOOD routine for dry skin, follow the brand-focused steps with the morning routine using cleansers, the Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence, and sunscreen, while the evening routine adds the Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X. Once a week, add the Rice Mask Wash Off to this routine. Lovi rates the SKINFOOD-focused routine for dry skin as Superior.
Where can I buy SKINFOOD, and how much does it cost?
SKINFOOD products are available on this page with prices in Netherlands stores ranging from €20.19 to €36.20, with most items priced between €26.98 and €36.20.
What are good alternatives to SKINFOOD?
Good alternatives to SKINFOOD include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea, which all have dedicated pages on Lovi. For dry skin, Lovi rates the SKIN1004-focused routine as Superior, matching the SKINFOOD routine.
SKINFOOD vs SKIN1004: which is better?
SKINFOOD and SKIN1004 are both strong choices, with Lovi rating the SKINFOOD-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, and acne-prone skin. SKIN1004 matches that Superior level for dry skin and sensitive skin, while trailing slightly as High for oily skin and acne-prone skin.
Who owns SKINFOOD, and where is it from?
SKINFOOD is a Korean brand founded in 2004, owned by Goodai Global Inc. since 2025.
koreaherald.comgoodai-global.compitchbook.combeautymatter.com
Is SKINFOOD cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list SKINFOOD as cruelty-free.
Is SKINFOOD good for dry skin?
Yes, SKINFOOD is good for dry skin, and Lovi rates the SKINFOOD-focused routine Superior for dry skin. The brand offers hydrating products like the Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence, which helps keep dry skin soft and moisturized.
Is SKINFOOD good for sensitive skin?
SKINFOOD fits sensitive skin well, and Lovi rates the SKINFOOD-focused routine High for sensitive skin. The SKINFOOD products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is SKINFOOD good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, SKINFOOD is good for acne-prone skin, and Lovi rates the SKINFOOD-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Propolis extract may help control acne based on clinical studies.
Is SKINFOOD good for skin with dark spots?
SKINFOOD is a good choice for skin with dark spots, as Lovi rates the Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad High and the Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X High for this concern. Reviewers frequently mention that the masks help leave the skin soft and bright.
Is SKINFOOD good for mature skin?
SKINFOOD is good for mature skin, as Lovi rates the Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X Superior and the Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pad High for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention softening effects from its masks.
Research behind SKINFOOD's key ingredients
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
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Dermatology MD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
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